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This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pint- Sized Picassos

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

Registration Required; open to children ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Magical Makers: Ning and the Night Spirits

4:15pm–5:15pm
Children, Elementary
Farmington Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each session to read a magical story and do a craft based on it! This month we will read Ning and the Night Spirits by Adriena Fong and create our own magical glowing clay creature lanterns!

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paint Along

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend a delightful afternoon unwinding through art and music! Join local artist Melina for a creative experience designed to help you relax, express yourself, and have fun.

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Farmington Library
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Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pint- Sized Picassos

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

Registration Required; open to children ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teens Try It: Winter Slime

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Friends in Grades 7-12 can drop in to this program in the Teen Space during after school time to try something new! Learn a new skill, try a DIY, make a craft, the possibilities are endless! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Let's Draw Cartoons!

6:15pm–7:15pm
Children
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to draw all sorts of cartoon characters with award winning nationally syndicated cartoonist Rick Stromoski . He'll teach you how to draw a variety of characters and much more.

Registration Required. For kids in grades 3-6.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

C.R.E.A.T.E Club

3:45pm–4:30pm
Children, Elementary
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Gaming, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids in Grades K to 4 can join us at the Barney Library for a different activity each month! This is a time for Creativity, Reading, Engineering, Art, Technology, and Exploration! Will we build with LEGOs? Make our own graphic novel? Paint?

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pint- Sized Picassos

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

Registration Required; open to children ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teens Try It: Crochet

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Friends in Grades 7-12 can drop in to this program in the Teen Space during after school time to try something new! Learn a new skill, try a DIY, make a craft, the possibilities are endless! 

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Celebrate January

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Storytime
Registration Required

Celebrate the season with us each month at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street! Designed for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, this fun-filled program features seasonal stories followed by a hands-on craft. We might use paints, markers, or even clay—so be sure to wear clothes that can get messy. Registration required, so be sure to sign up and join the fun!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Pokémon Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens, Children, Elementary, Tween
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Children, Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Join us once a month to trade Pokémon cards with other Pokémon fans, enjoy a snack, and participate in a Pokémon-themed activity!

Registration Required. Open to those in Grades K-12!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Hour

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This special craft hour happens every other month at the Barney Library. From tie-dying, scrapbooking, soap making and mindful doodling, each session we revisit a classic or try something new. It's all about having fun! 

We will be making: Travel-sized Zen Gardens

This event is in the "Adults" group

Maker 101: Winter Magnets

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Farmington Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come craft with us in the Maker Space. Meet other crafters at this in-person monthly tutorial. Learn what our equipment can do without having to know how to use any of it! Each craft features elements pre-made using one of the machines and is customizable. Each month uses a new piece of equipment.

As a bonus, you can ask our Maker Space experts questions about the space and equipment. Take a look at other projects and make a one-on-one appointment to have us walk you through it.

Perfect for beginners, ages 18 and up.

Add some winter magic to your refrigerator with these winter themed magnets! Decoupage and paint all the parts of your magnets to make one-of-a-kind creations that will stick to any magnetic surface.

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Groundhog Day Movie Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Film Screenings
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's Groundhog Day! Again, and again. And again! 

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pint- Sized Picassos

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

Registration Required; open to children ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Take-and-Make Craft

All Day
Teens
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Grab and Go
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a break and create something with our monthly Teen Take-and-Makes. Register to pick up your kit at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street and get crafting!

This month's craft is: Mini Felt Collage


 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Valentines

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spread the love around our community!

Join us on February 6th to make Valentine's cards for members of the Farmington community who might not get a lot of mail! 

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Create Together: Affirmation Cookies Craft

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Elementary
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for fun seasonal crafts that caregivers and their children can participate in together!

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Tinkering Tweens: Glowing UFO Lamps

5:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Tween
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Pint- Sized Picassos

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

Registration Required; open to children ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Celebrate February

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Storytime
Registration Required

Celebrate the season with us each month at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street! Designed for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, this fun-filled program features seasonal stories followed by a hands-on craft. We might use paints, markers, or even clay—so be sure to wear clothes that can get messy. Registration required, so be sure to sign up and join the fun!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fiber Arts Circle

10:00am–11:00pm
Adults
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Round Table
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Hobbies & Gaming, Skill Building
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing get-together of fiber arts on the second Thursday of the month at 10:00 AM at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street.